Guatemala | San Martin | Organic | Dark Roast

  • Chocolate Ganache, Almond, Maple
  • Medium Body, Low Acidity
Region: San Martin Jilotepeque
Elevation: 4,000 – 6,000 ft
Varietals: Bourbon, Caturra, Catuai, Pache
Process: Washed

In March, Mocha Joe’s sent Sales Manager & Green Coffee Buyer Bill to Guatemala in search of a great new coffee for the 2024-25 season. Bill traveled around the country, met farmers, learned about their challenges and successes, and tasted some GREAT coffee. He came back with a classic smooth and chocolatey organic Guatemala coffee from San Martin Jilotepeque, a small coffee growing region nestled in the mountains north of Guatemala City. We tasted rich chocolate and nutty notes when dark roasted.

The small family farms from San Martin Jilotepeque organized under the Asproguate farmer’s association in 2014. Ninety-five percent of members are organic certified so Asproguate holds monthly workshops in organic fertilizers, fungicides, and insecticides so producers can make these essential products on their own farms. The farmers showed Bill how they make a fresh garlic infused organic pesticide that protects the coffee and the environment.

They also train on other agricultural practices like erosion mitigation and shade cover plus social program for women and children in the area. Fifty-five percent of producer members are women.

The coffee is sent to Dinamica Coffee in Guatemala City to be processed and sorted. State if the art mechanical sorters sift out defects and sort by size for an incredibly clean bean that you can taste in the cup.

Guatemala | San Martin | Organic | Light Roast

  • Navel Orange, Milk Chocolate, Green Tea
  • Light Body, High Acidity
Region: San Martin Jilotepeque
Elevation: 4,000 – 6,000 ft
Varietals: Caturra, Catuai
Process: Washed

In March, Mocha Joe’s sent Sales Manager & Green Coffee Buyer Bill to Guatemala in search of a great new coffee for the 2024-25 season. Bill traveled around the country, met farmers, learned about their challenges and successes, and tasted some GREAT coffee. He came back with a classic smooth and chocolatey organic Guatemala coffee from San Martin Jilotepeque, a small coffee growing region nestled in the mountains north of Guatemala City. Some nice citrus and tea notes when light roasted.

The small family farms from San Martin Jilotepeque organized under the Asproguate farmer’s association in 2014. Ninety-five percent of members are organic certified so Asproguate holds monthly workshops in organic fertilizers, fungicides, and insecticides so producers can make these essential products on their own farms. The farmers showed Bill how they make a fresh garlic infused organic pesticide that protects the coffee and the environment.

They also train on other agricultural practices like erosion mitigation and shade cover plus social program for women and children in the area. Fifty-five percent of producer members are women.

The coffee is sent to Dinamica Coffee in Guatemala City to be processed and sorted. State if the art mechanical sorters sift out defects and sort by size for an incredibly clean bean that you can taste in the cup.

Mocha Joe’s Beanie

You might be tempted to think that bears don’t care whether you are wearing a black Mocha Joe’s beanie or a safety orange Mocha Joe’s beanie while hiking Wantastiquet but make no mistake….it matters. 

These orange beanies fit all parameters set by local wildlife for visibility…on the streets and in the woods.  But hurry, there are only two left!!

Cameroon | Oku | Direct Trade | Dark Roast

  • Walnut, Molasses, Vanilla
  • Heavy Body, Low Acidity
Farmers: Mocha Joe’s Farmers
Region: Mount Oku
Elevation: 5280 – 7260 ft
Varietals: Java II, Boyo
Process: Semi-washed

Grown on family farms on volcanic Mount Oku, Mocha Joe’s own direct trade project has produced the first ever specialty coffee from the northwest region of Cameroon, Africa. Our Dark Roast Cameroon is a strong dark roast with molasses, syrupy notes mingling with walnut and vanilla.

Through our efforts in Cameroon, we have been able to return thousands of dollars in organic and specialty quality premiums to the farmers and sorters, as well as provide access to capital and infrastructure improvements in the region.

To learn more about the history and future of our direct trade project, see the Cameroon page and check out our Imgur photo albums for 2014 and 2015.

Cameroon | Oku | Direct Trade | Light Roast

  • Blackberry, Apple, Hazelnut
  • Light Body, Medium Acidity
Farmers: Mocha Joe’s Organic Growers
Region: Mount Oku
Elevation: 5280 – 7260 ft
Varietals: Java II, Boyo
Process: Semi-washed

Grown at family farms on volcanic Mount Oku, Mocha Joe’s own direct trade project has produced amazing specialty coffee from the northwest region of Cameroon, Africa. Our Light Roast Cameroon has a smooth, soft body and a well balanced, clean acidity.

Through our efforts in Cameroon, we have been able to return thousands of dollars in organic and specialty quality premiums to the growers and sorters, as well as provide access to capital and infrastructure improvements in the region.

To learn more about the history and future of our direct trade project, see the Cameroon page and check out our Imgur photo albums for 2014 and 2015.

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Brazil | Blend 56 | Medium Roast

  • Chocolate, Nutty, Floral
  • Medium Body, Low Acidity
Region: Cerrado
Elevation: 3,000 – 4,000 feet
Varietals: Catui, Mondo Novo, Caturra
Process: Natural and Semi-Washed


Though great as a drip coffee, Blend 56 was developed especially for use as espresso or a base in espresso blends. La Minita combines natural and semi-washed coffees from select fazendas in the Cerrado region to make up the desired profile. The end result is a blend that is balanced and sweet, with fresh noticeable acidity, flavor nuances of clean berries and fruits, and a thick creamy body. Blend 56 shines in espresso preparation; it exhibits a flavor balance between punchy fruit and chewy nut, produces great crema, and has super long, lingering sweetness.

Mocha Joe’s Contigo Travel Mug – Black

16oz Mocha Joe’s Contigo Travel Mug in sleek, matte black. They don’t leak. They don’t spill. And your coffee will stay piping hot for many hours. 

  • 16oz Travel Mug
  • Dishwasher Safe
  • Exceptionally Cool (just like you)

Ethiopia | Light Roast | Natural Sidamo Guji

  • Strawberry, Raspberry, Sweet
  • Light Body, Medium Acidity 
Region: Sidamo Guji
Elevation: 5,800 – 6,100 ft
Process: Natural


This coffee is naturally processed. This style of processing consists of picking only ripe cherries and laying them out to dry intact. The coffee must be turned consistently for it to dry evenly and to prevent mold growth. It shined on the cupping table at longer roasting times. Its high density translates to very high acidity in the cup, but lowering the heat application before first crack allows more time for sugars to caramelize and balance its inherent brightness. A lovely, light and fruity cup.

Mexico | Chiapas | Fair Trade | Organic | Dark Roast

  • Chocolate, Almond, Allspice
  • Low Acidity, Heavy Body
Varietals: Bourbon, Mundo Novo, Typica
Region: Chiapas 
Elevation: 4,100 -5,741 ft
Process: Washed

 

This coffee comes from Comon Yaj Noptic Cooperative – El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve in Chiapas, Mexico. Fair Trade and Organic Certified, we tasted chocolate, almond and allspice notes in this dark roasted beauty.

Mexico | Chiapas | Fair Trade | Organic | Light Roast

  • Meyer Lemon, Brown Sugar, Vanilla
  • Light Body, Medium Acidity
Varietals: Bourbon, Mundo Novo, Typica
Region: Chiapas 
Elevation: 4,100 -5,741 ft
Process: Washed

 

This coffee comes from Comon Yaj Noptic Cooperative – El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve in Chiapas, Mexico. Fair Trade and Organic Certified, with juicy fruit notes and a clean finish, we tasted Meyer Lemon-like citrus, brown sugar sweetness and vanilla. Yum!